State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River
FairFresno County, California · 06-FRE-180-130.13 · Structure no. 42 0024
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 87 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 730 vehicles a day, projected to reach 956 by 2043. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 180 over South Fork Kings River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.